Santos Barosa Museum

Category: Culture and Entertainment > Museum

District: Leiria > Marinha Grande > Picassinos > Casal de Malta

Location

Situated in the Casal de Malta area, in the locality of Picassinos, this museum is located in the municipality of Marinha Grande. It is integrated into a context that reflects the historical presence of the glass industry in the area. Its location is associated with the site where the Santos e Barosa factory operated.

Origin and Purpose

The Santos Barosa Museum was founded in 1989, on the occasion of the centenary celebrations of the company of the same name. It was established in the building that once served as the factory's offices. Its central purpose is to preserve and display the company's historical archive, keeping its memory and its connection to the community alive.

Collection and Industrial Heritage

The museum's collection is dedicated to industrial archaeology, with a focus on glass production. The collection includes various glass pieces that illustrate the variety of the factory's production over time. Furthermore, it showcases equipment and tools that were used in the processes of glass manufacturing, transformation, and decoration, allowing for a better understanding of the glassmaking activities that marked the region's history.